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ABU DHABI / AD MEDIA OFFICE The Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC) and ASPIRE, the innovation accelerator of the Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), have announced a strategic collaboration to develop, validate and deploy next-generation technologies for Abu Dhabi’s construction and infrastructure sectors. The partnership focuses on enhancing the performance, sustainability, and resilience of capital projects across the …

ABU DHABI / WAM UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to President Aleksandar Vučić of Serbia on the occasion of his country’s National Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice …

SHARJAH / WAM His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, inaugurated on Sunday morning Fili Fort following restoration works and the revival of the area as part of the “Fili Heritage” project. H.H. Sheikh Dr. Sultan arrived at the Fili area via the new Road, which was constructed to link Al …

AJMAN / GULF TIME Ajman Properties Corporation “Aqaar” has concluded a strategic brand agreement with “Dusit International”, one of Thailand’s leading integrated hospitality companies, to develop the “Dusit Thani Residences Ajman” project under the luxury “Dusit Thani” brand umbrella. As the first residential project in Ajman bearing an international brand and managed by a global hospitality company, this project represents …

DUBAI/WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, launched the “11.5 Edge of Life” campaign, which aims to rescue 5 million children around the world from hunger. The campaign continues His Highness’s tradition of launching a humanitarian campaign every Ramadan, reflecting the UAE community’s deeply held values of giving and generosity …

ABU DHABI/WAM Under direction of the President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court issued a decision to appoint H.H. Sheikha Mariam bint Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan as chairperson of Zayed Education Foundation. Under the leadership of HH. Sheikha …

DUBAI/WAM In his capacity as Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister, has issued a Decree appointing Abdulla bin Damithan as Chairman of the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation. Abdulla bin Damithan has extensive professional experience in ports, logistics, and trade. He oversees DP World’s operations across the Gulf Cooperation …

ABU DHABI/WAM On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, will lead the UAE delegation to the India AI Impact Summit, to be held in New Delhi from 16 to 20 February 2026. The UAE’s participation in the summit will contribute to …

GULF TIME Taquería El Primo, by Mexican-born chef Jonathan Colin, opened its doors just a week ago in the heart of Al Wasl, offering a no-frills, honest street food experience to Dubai. A Mexico City native, Jon grew up surrounded by his grandmother, mother and aunts who cooked with their hearts in the household. His professional career was spent working …

SHARJAH / WAM The 11th edition of the Nouakchott Festival for Arabic Poetry concluded after three days, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, and organised by the Department of Culture. The festival brought together Mauritanian poets, critics and intellectuals, along with participants from Senegal, Mali …